How long is the BA217 flight?

The timetable allows 8 h 25 min. London to Washington is 5,901 km (3,667 mi).

Which terminal does BA217 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does BA217 have?

Also listed as BAW217 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 217.

Can I get compensation if BA217 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to £520 per passenger may be due under UK261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261.

BA217 Flight Status British Airways: London to Washington (BAW217)

British Airways BA 217

En-Route, Arriving in 5h47'

LHR London

Scheduled: 12:15
Actual: 13:01

Terminal: 5

Departure: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · local time GMT

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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IAD Washington

Scheduled: 15:40
Estimated: 15:34
Delay

Terminal and baggage belt not announced yet

Arrival: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · local time EST

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

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Departed 1h 45m ago · lands in 5h 47m 23%

LHR 13:01 IAD 15:34

1,371 km (852 mi) flown · 4,530 km (2,815 mi) to go

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 5901 km / 3667 miles · Scheduled Duration: 08:25 · Typical Duration: 07:15

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BA 217 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways London to Washington

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 06	LHR	IAD	13:01	15:34	En-Route	Track >
Nov 05	LHR	IAD	12:36	14:51	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	LHR	IAD	12:45	14:54	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	LHR	IAD	12:59	15:05	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	LHR	IAD	12:59	15:10	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	LHR	IAD	15:42	17:52	Delayed	Track >
Oct 31	LHR	IAD	12:41	16:24	Landed	Track >
Oct 30	LHR	IAD	12:51	16:28	Landed	Track >
Oct 29	LHR	IAD	12:58	16:25	Landed	Track >

British Airways flight BA 217 links London and Washington, 5,901 km (3,667 mi) apart, and flies daily. The timetable allows 8 h 25 min, but the flight usually takes about 7 h 15 min, so it often makes up time. Today it left at 13:01, 46 minutes late, and is due in Washington at 15:34, 6 minutes early.

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About BA 217

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to Washington Dulles International Airport IAD
Distance: 5,901 km (3,667 mi)
Typical flight time: 7 h 15 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 7 of the last 7
Usually departs from: Terminal 5

Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Compensation of up to £520 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

BA 217 FAQ

How long is the BA217 flight?: The timetable allows 8 h 25 min. London to Washington is 5,901 km (3,667 mi).
How often is BA217 late?: None of the last 7 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does BA217 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does BA217 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA217 have?: Also listed as BAW217 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 217.
Can I get compensation if BA217 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to £520 per passenger may be due under UK261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261.

BA217 and London LHR to Washington IAD Flights

Flight BA217 is code-shared by 4 airlines using the flight numbers AY5417, EI8917, IB3590, AA6968

Other flights departing from London LHR: ME202, FI451, B620

Other flights arriving at Washington IAD: UA804, UA919, UA943

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